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Marking the second anniversary of Hamas's attack on southern Israel, this issue of \"Sources\" reflects on the past two years, marked by events like the retu...

Yehuda Kurtzer explores the evolving North American Jewish identity, shifting from kinship-based to consent-based belonging—a trend intensified by societal c...

In the wake of increased tensions following the outbreak of war in Israel and Gaza on October 7, questions have emerged about the space for Jewish involvemen...

Adina H. Frydman reflects on the importance of empowering Jewish youth as a means to bridge generational divides, particularly in the context of supporting I...

The article explores the theme of uncertainty in Jewish life, especially within the American Jewish community, by drawing on the concept of *devekut*, or spi...

Yossi Klein Halevi and Yardena Schwartz discuss the evolving responsibilities and challenges facing Israeli writers in today's hostile media environment. Hal...

Ethan Katz explores the contentious relationship between anti-Zionism and antisemitism, particularly in the context of contemporary higher education and poli...

Shaul Kelner analyzes the rise of American antizionism, exploring its roots, evolution, and impact on Jewish communities in the United States. He contrasts i...

Chaim Seidler-Feller explores the challenging task of reconciling Jewish ethics with Zionist nationalism. He draws from religious Zionist thinkers like Rabbi...

The article by Alon Shalev delves into the critical issue of polarization within society, drawing on Jewish historical and moral wisdom to provide insights. ...

In the face of rising polarization among Jewish communities globally, Joshua Kullock urges a re-evaluation of the concept of compromise through a Jewish mora...

Israeli society, challenged by ongoing trauma from conflicts and crises, demonstrates remarkable resilience characterized by unique cultural and historical f...

The article explores the multifaceted nature of community within Jewish life, especially in the wake of events like the October 7th attacks in Israel and the...

Michael Koplow examines the need for American Jews to engage with the Palestinian narrative, particularly in light of its divergence from the dominant histor...

Joshua Levisohn argues for reframing the traditional Zionist narrative to acknowledge the Palestinian perspective and experiences. Citing his own evolution i...

Abigail Pogrebin engages Tal Becker, Vice President of the Shalom Hartman Institute, in a profound discussion on Israel's place in the global community of na...

David S. Koffman examines the notable shifts in Canadian Jewish life over the decades, particularly in light of recent global and national events. Historical...

Aaron Brusso, Senior Rabbi at Bet Torah, explores the challenges and evolving perspectives surrounding Jewish intermarriage. Reflecting on his upbringing and...

The article by Deborah Barer discusses the complexities of Jewish identity and peoplehood, specifically the tension between Jewishness as inherited by birth ...

Benjamin Berger explores the rising ideological polarization within Jewish communities, drawing on the Talmudic story of Beit Shammai and Beit Hillel. He hig...

On the occasion of Baruch Spinoza's 350th yahrzeit, Daniel B. Schwartz reflects on the enduring significance and controversy surrounding Spinoza's excommunic...

Rabbi Guy Austrian explores a nuanced approach to cultivating Jewish observance and community at the Fort Tryon Jewish Center in New York. Without a traditio...

Na’ama Levitz Applbaum reflects on the communal mourning faced by Jews globally after the Hamas attacks in southern Israel on October 7, 2023. For Israelis, ...

Tomer Persico emphasizes the urgent need for Israel to recommit to its founding principles, paralleling America's transformation post-Civil War. He argues th...

The article explores the intertwined narratives of hope and suspicion within the Israeli and American Jewish communities. Drawing parallels to the biblical E...

In the search for a term that accurately embodies Jewish collective identity, Leon A. Morris explores the inadequacies of existing concepts such as 'Jewish p...

This exploration of Jewish ethics is anchored in the thoughts of Abraham Joshua Heschel, particularly his ideas about the biblical prophets and divine pathos...

Donniel Hartman explores the moral challenges Israelis face in light of the trauma and fear following the October 7 events, which have altered moral discours...

Professor Yitzhak Benbaji employs Michael Walzer's "dirty hands" doctrine to scrutinize the moral complexities faced by Israel's leadership in negotiating a ...

Author Elisheva Baumgarten uses a medieval midrash from Ruth Zutah to draw parallels between the risk of immediate versus future benefits and current geopoli...

Liora Eilon, a survivor of the October 7 attack on Kfar Aza, explores the transformative power of communal empathy in her midrash published in the forthcomin...

Geoffrey D. Claussen explores how musar traditions—Jewish traditions focused on virtuous character traits like justice and compassion—offer guidance in ethic...

As protests against Israel's military actions in Gaza spread across university campuses in 2024, sparking a contentious debate on antisemitism, the field of ...

This article features a conversation moderated by Aaron Dorfman with Mark Gottlieb and Rivka Press Schwartz about the importance and challenges of civics edu...

Julia Watts Belser, a rabbi and activist, reflects on climate grief and the feelings of hope and despair in the face of global climate change. Drawing parall...

Jill Hammer explores the biblical story of Jonah through a poetic lens, reflecting on the existential challenges of living in a modern, complex world. The po...

Andrés Spokoiny critically examines the ethics of contemporary Jewish philanthropy, particularly in the shift from federated giving to independent philanthro...

In exploring the complexities of caregiving, particularly in medical settings, Sara Labaton draws on classical Jewish texts to propose a paradigm that combin...

Daniel Cotzin Burg, Senior Rabbi of Beth Am Synagogue in Baltimore, critiques the contemporary Jewish focus on 'tikkun olam'—often understood as a call for s...

In Kentucky, where schools face legislative mandates for Holocaust education, educators grapple with the complexities of teaching such sensitive content ethi...

Lehman and Wasserman critically examine the portrayal of slavery in Jewish sacred texts, revealing a stark moral contradiction between the Jewish community's...

The latest issue of "Sources" explores the multifaceted aspects of Jewish leadership, prompted by reflections on Rabbi David Ellenson's impactful contributio...

B. Elka Abrahamson explores the dynamics of leadership in contemporary Jewish organizations, emphasizing the need for adaptive leaders to create transformati...

Avi Killip explores three models of Jewish leadership, drawing on personal experiences and religious teachings. The 'hero model' sees leaders, especially rab...

The article explores pivotal aspects of Israeli leadership amid current societal upheaval. It stresses that blaming Netanyahu for all of Israel's issues is o...

This reflection by a former chair of the Conference of Presidents of Major American Jewish Organizations explores the nuanced dynamics of Jewish communal lea...

The conversation with Rachel Garbow Monroe and Paula B. Pretlow of The Harry and Jeannette Weinberg Foundation explored their philanthropic vision and leader...

Lay leadership in Jewish organizations depends on the alignment of the organization's scope, community characteristics, and the leaders' skills. Lay leaders ...

Spiritual leadership in Israel after October 7 faces the challenge of reconciling hope and despair amidst trauma and political turmoil. The narrative explore...

The article explores the evolving role of female clergy in Judaism, emphasizing the importance of relational rabbinics, where clergy combine deep community c...